Gor Mahia fans have reacted to the club’s heavy home defeat in the CAF Champions League at the hands of Al Ahly of Egypt.The Kenyan giants lost 3-0 in the match played at a packed Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, 15th September. The match was the first leg of the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League, with the winner advancing to the group stage.##NAJAVA_MECA_8333661##Reacting to the match and in anticipation of the second leg, Gor Mahia fans expressed their disappointment, with many believing the tie was all but over.“It is over. It is a lie to say that we stand a chance. We need to win by at least four goals to nil in their backyard. Do you think that is possible? It cannot happen,” said Sammyro, a Gor Mahia fan and comedian.However, Sammyro also picked positives from the match, noting K’Ogalo’s good display of football.“The boys are good at retaining possession. They played well. Austin Odhiambo was impressive with his touches and had a good game.I also feel like the referee could have done better. He stopped play at moments when he should have played advantage, which could have allowed us to capitalize on transitions. I also think the offside call was wrong. The goal could have helped us mount a comeback if it had stood,” added Sammyro in an exclusive interview with Mozzart Sport.Midenyo eyes Mara Sugar FC bounce back against City StarsRenowned Kenyan artist King Kaka also reacted, stating that while the loss was disappointing, he was impressed by Gor Mahia midfielder Erick Morrison.“The loss has been painful. However, jersey number 6 (Erick Morrison) on Gor Mahia really impressed me. He knows how to set up play and string passes in the middle of the field,” he said.On Mozzart Sport’s senior writer Kevin Teya’s Facebook page, fans continued to share their opinions on the match.“They tried and gave their best. I am sure they are going to be FKF Premier League champions,” said a user by the name of George Elierz.On the same platform, Crisper Blessed attributed the loss to defensive mistakes by the 21-time league champions.“Gor Mahia played well, but luck wasn’t on our side. We gifted them three goals from our defensive mistakes. On another day, we could have buried them alive,” he stated.Motsepe reveals dates, qualifying schedule of special CHAN involving Kenya, Uganda & TanzaniaHarry Bosire, on his part, felt that the loss highlighted the broader issues with Kenyan football.“Truth be told, Kenyan football standards are low, from the quality of facilities to club management structures,” he said.We also sampled some reactions from the popular Facebook page KPL Chat, where fans regularly share their thoughts on local football.A user named Rapha KE wasn’t surprised by the result, saying it was expected given the levels of football in the two countries.“It was expected. Different levels! Egyptian clubs are among the best in the continent, while football standards in the Kenyan league have declined,” said Rapha.Another fan, Dave Major Mc’Ongiri, attributed the result to preparations, noting that one team had put in the necessary groundwork to ensure victory.“A team travels on a chartered plane, books a five-star hotel, an advance team arrives five days before the match to prepare for the arrival of the squad, and then you expect to defeat such a well-organized team?” he posed.Murang’a Seal head coach pegs defeat on contentious goal against KCBMc’Ongiri added that such meticulous planning is crucial to reaching higher footballing levels.“We must get the few basics right in our football management, otherwise, we have a long way to go,” he concluded.Jacob GentleJack Odundo referenced a previous critique by Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat about the quality of the local league.“Now I agree with Coach Engin Firat when he said that our league isn’t good enough and our players are below par, judging by what transpired on Saturday and Sunday (Police vs Zamalek and Gor Mahia vs Al Ahly games).These two clubs are the best in the country but can’t match their continental peers,” he posted.One thing was clear, even as we await the second leg: the Kenyan champions were no match for the African champions.The second leg will be played on Saturday, 21st September, at the 30,000-seater Al Salam Stadium in Cairo, kicking off at 1900 hrs.’We will win CAF Confederation Cup after beating Zamalek’- Police Chairman Munga Nyale
